Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

Applied Research Solutions•Bedford, MA

3d•$155,000 - $165,000

About The Position

ARS is seeking candidates to fill an ISSE Journeyman role located on Hanscom AFB in Bedford, Massachusetts. The selected individual will be able to perform work that involves ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data through the planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of information systems security programs, policies, procedures, and tools. ISAE II certification required. CISSP, CASP, CSSLP, CISSP-ISSEP, or CISSP-ISSAP preferred. Why Work with us? Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Requirements

Must be a US citizen
DoD 8570.01 MMGT512 compliant certification.
Experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
ISAE II certification.
Active Secret Security Clearance

Nice To Haves

CISSP, CASP, CSSLP, CISSP-ISSEP, or CISSP-ISSAP preferred.

Responsibilities

Supporting the system/application authorization and accreditation (A&A) effort, to include assessing and guiding the quality and completeness of A&A activities, tasks, and resulting artifacts mandated by governing DoD and Air Force policies (i.e., Risk Management Framework (RMF).
Recommending policies and procedures to ensure the reliability of and accessibility to information systems and to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data.
Conducting risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed information systems to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and protection needs.
Promoting awareness of security issues among management and ensuring sound security principles are reflected in organizations’ visions and goals.
Conducting systems security evaluations, audits, and reviews.
Recommending systems security contingency plans and disaster recovery procedures.
Recommending and implementing programs to ensure that systems, network, and data users are aware of, understand, and adhere to systems security policies and procedures.
Participating in network and systems design to ensure implementation of appropriate systems security policies.
Facilitating the gathering, analysis, and preservation of evidence used in the prosecution of computer crimes.
Assessing security events to determine impact and implementing corrective actions.
Ensuring the rigorous application of information security/cybersecurity policies, principles, and practices in the delivery of all IT services.
Perform the Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) duties in an Information Assurance Workforce System Architecture and Engineering (IASAE) position as outlined in AFI 33-200, AFI 33-210 and AFMAN 33-285 for assigned systems.
Perform the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) duties as outlined in DoDI 8510.01 for assigned systems/applications.
Perform the Information System Security Officer (ISSO) duties as outlined in DoDI 8510.01 for assigned systems/applications.
Other duties as assigned.